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Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating

Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and Michael Girdley

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Jump into the world of business acquisitions with hosts Bill D'Alessandro, Mills Snell, Heather Endresen, and Michael Girdley.

We review real businesses for sale in each episode, providing expert insights, strategies, and tips to make savvy business moves like the pros. Perfect for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone interested in buying and selling businesses.

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  1. This $655K Hawaii Business Makes $263K a Year?!

    30 oktober 2026 · 34 min

    Afspelen
    Bedrock Quality of Earnings — Buying a business without verifying the financials can lead to expensive surprises. Bedrock Quality of Earnings combines experienced Big Four leadership, operator-backed expertise, and AI-powered analysis to help buyers validate earnings before closing. Learn more at https://girdley.com/bedrock. Lees meer

    Mercury - Thanks to Mercury for partnering with me! Mercury gives founders powerful banking, cards, and financial tools built to help businesses operate smarter. Learn more and get started at https://mercury.com/

    FRANZY - Thinking about buying a franchise instead of an independent business? FRANZY is a free platform built for acquisition-minded entrepreneurs who want to explore franchise ownership without broker bias. FRANZY matches you with franchise opportunities based on your capital, goals, and lifestyle—and includes free coaching from experienced franchise operators. If you're exploring ETA but want a structured, system-driven alternative, check out https://www.franzy.com/

    In this episode the hosts talk about a $655,000 overlanding vehicle rental business in Kauai, Hawaii, generating $263,000 in annual cash flow, and debate whether buying 10 adventure-ready SUVs in paradise is an incredible investment or a capital-intensive trap with no exit strategy.

    Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/Hawaiian-Overlanders-Turnkey-Overland-Vehicle-Rental-Business-on-Kauai/2390550/

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: htt…

  2. This Baseball Bat Business Makes $485K on Just $676K in Revenue?!

    27 oktober 2026 · 46 min

    Afspelen
    Inzo Technologies — When you acquire a business, you inherit its accumulated IT and cybersecurity problems too. Inzo helps acquisition entrepreneurs evaluate technology risk during due diligence and manage cybersecurity, IT, and voice after closing, including a complimentary IT risk audit of your target company. Learn more at https://www.inzotechnologies.com/eta Lees meer

    Mercury - Thanks to Mercury for partnering with me! Mercury gives founders powerful banking, cards, and financial tools built to help businesses operate smarter. Learn more and get started at https://mercury.com/

    Bedrock Quality of Earnings — Buying a business without verifying the financials can lead to expensive surprises. Bedrock Quality of Earnings combines experienced Big Four leadership, operator-backed expertise, and AI-powered analysis to help buyers validate earnings before closing. Learn more at https://girdley.com/bedrock.

    In this episode the hosts talk about a $1.8 million custom wooden baseball bat manufacturer generating $485K in annual cash flow on just $676K in revenue, and debate whether its incredible 72% margins hide serious manufacturing risks or an overlooked opportunity in the corporate gifting market.

    Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/established-pro-quality-custom-wood-baseball-bat-brand/2558532/

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

    What if you could buy a 25-year-old baseball bat manufacturer with nearly 72% c…

  3. Is This $1M Security Gate Business a Great SBA Acquisition?

    23 oktober 2026 · 35 min

    Afspelen
    FRANZY - Thinking about buying a franchise instead of an independent business? FRANZY is a free platform built for acquisition-minded entrepreneurs who want to explore franchise ownership without broker bias. FRANZY matches you with franchise opportunities based on your capital, goals, and lifestyle—and includes free coaching from experienced franchise operators. If you're exploring ETA but want a structured, system-driven alternative, check out https://www.franzy.com/ Lees meer

    Mercury - Thanks to Mercury for partnering with me! Mercury gives founders powerful banking, cards, and financial tools built to help businesses operate smarter. Learn more and get started at https://mercury.com/

    Quiet Light Brokerage specializes in helping entrepreneurs buy and sell businesses with experienced operators as brokers. They offer a free valuation clarity call to help owners understand what their business is worth and how to increase its value before selling. Learn more at https://quietlight.com/

    In this episode the hosts talk about a $1 million automated gate and access control business in Denver generating $285K in annual owner cash flow, debating whether its 74% repeat service revenue makes it a hidden gem or whether private equity competition could limit its growth.

    Business Listing – https://www.businessbroker.net/business-for-sale/automated-security-gate-access-control-colorado/1017505.aspx

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

    What if a bori…

  4. This Tiny Aerospace Business Makes $1M a Year

    20 oktober 2026 · 41 min

    Afspelen
    Inzo Technologies — When you acquire a business, you inherit its accumulated IT and cybersecurity problems too. Inzo helps acquisition entrepreneurs evaluate technology risk during due diligence and manage cybersecurity, IT, and voice after closing, including a complimentary IT risk audit of your target company. Learn more at https://www.inzotechnologies.com/eta Lees meer

    Mercury - Thanks to Mercury for partnering with me! Mercury gives founders powerful banking, cards, and financial tools built to help businesses operate smarter. Learn more and get started at https://mercury.com/

    Acquisition Lab, the leading community, platform, and fund backing serious acquisition entrepreneurs. The education and deal-search tools are free, and a real board of advisors will talk you out of a bad deal as fast as into a good one. There's no clock and no pressure. See what it's like: sit in on a free live roundtable at https://www.acquisitionlab.com/roundtables, and mention Acquisitions Anonymous!

    In this episode the hosts talk about a $4.8 million aerospace CNC machining business in California generating nearly $1.1 million in annualized cash flow, with incredible 60%+ margins but serious questions about customer concentration, certification transfers, owner dependence, and the true cost of growth.

    Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/nadcap-and-as9100d-aerospace-cnc-manufacturer-1-08m-annualized-sde/2549590/

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.…

  5. This $10M Roofing Business Has a HUGE Red Flag

    16 oktober 2026 · 41 min

    Afspelen
    Quiet Light Brokerage specializes in helping entrepreneurs buy and sell businesses with experienced operators as brokers. They offer a free valuation clarity call to help owners understand what their business is worth and how to increase its value before selling. Learn more at https://quietlight.com/ Lees meer

    Inzo Technologies — When you acquire a business, you inherit its accumulated IT and cybersecurity problems too. Inzo helps acquisition entrepreneurs evaluate technology risk during due diligence and manage cybersecurity, IT, and voice after closing, including a complimentary IT risk audit of your target company. Learn more at https://www.inzotechnologies.com/eta

    In this episode the hosts talk about a $9.5 million Houston roofing company selling 51% ownership for $1.1 million, raising serious questions about thin profit margins, seller control, insurance risks, and whether buying half a roofing business is worth the headache.

    Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/profitable-roofing-co-10m-annual-rev-seeking-partner/2558738/?J=bot&bn=114637964&bd=20260930&utm_source=bizbuysell&utm_medium=emailsite&utm_campaign=htmlbot

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

    Would you pay $1.1 million for 51% of a roofing company generating $9.5 million in annual revenue? This Houston, Texas roofing business reports $463,000 in annual cash flow, operates with just eight W-2 employees, and relies on a network of more than 50…

  6. This Website Makes $143K a Year… So Why Won't Anyone Buy It?

    13 oktober 2026 · 35 min

    Afspelen
    FRANZY - Thinking about buying a franchise instead of an independent business? FRANZY is a free platform built for acquisition-minded entrepreneurs who want to explore franchise ownership without broker bias. FRANZY matches you with franchise opportunities based on your capital, goals, and lifestyle—and includes free coaching from experienced franchise operators. If you're exploring ETA but want a structured, system-driven alternative, check out https://www.franzy.com/ Lees meer

    Mercury - Thanks to Mercury for partnering with me! Mercury gives founders powerful banking, cards, and financial tools built to help businesses operate smarter. Learn more and get started at https://mercury.com/

    Bedrock Quality of Earnings — Buying a business without verifying the financials can lead to expensive surprises. Bedrock Quality of Earnings combines experienced Big Four leadership, operator-backed expertise, and AI-powered analysis to help buyers validate earnings before closing. Learn more at https://girdley.com/bedrock.

    In this episode the hosts talk about a $271,000 RV content business generating over $143,000 in annual profit, and why a website with 95% margins, diversified revenue, and over 1 million page views still can't find a buyer.

    Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/18392225/

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

    Would you buy a website making $143,000 a year for just $271,000? This week on Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael G…

  7. Would You Buy This 80-Year-Old Manufacturing Business?

    9 oktober 2026 · 33 min

    Afspelen
    Inzo Technologies — When you acquire a business, you inherit its accumulated IT and cybersecurity problems too. Inzo helps acquisition entrepreneurs evaluate technology risk during due diligence and manage cybersecurity, IT, and voice after closing, including a complimentary IT risk audit of your target company. Learn more at https://www.inzotechnologies.com/eta Lees meer

    Mercury - Thanks to Mercury for partnering with me! Mercury gives founders powerful banking, cards, and financial tools built to help businesses operate smarter. Learn more and get started at https://mercury.com/

    Quiet Light Brokerage specializes in helping entrepreneurs buy and sell businesses with experienced operators as brokers. They offer a free valuation clarity call to help owners understand what their business is worth and how to increase its value before selling. Learn more at https://quietlight.com/

    In this episode the hosts talk about an 80-year-old Massachusetts precision gear manufacturing business listed for $1.25 million, debating whether its thin margins, aging equipment, and hidden operating costs make it an acquisition nightmare—or a rare opportunity to take over a business with almost no money down.

    Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/premier-new-england-gear-manufacturer-with-80-year-legacy/2486508/

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

    Would you buy an 80-year-old manufacturing business for $1.25 million if its actua…

  8. Would You Buy This $600K Traffic Safety Business?

    6 oktober 2026 · 40 min

    Afspelen
    Quiet Light Brokerage specializes in helping entrepreneurs buy and sell businesses with experienced operators as brokers. They offer a free valuation clarity call to help owners understand what their business is worth and how to increase its value before selling. Learn more at https://quietlight.com/ Lees meer

    Mercury - Thanks to Mercury for partnering with me! Mercury gives founders powerful banking, cards, and financial tools built to help businesses operate smarter. Learn more and get started at https://mercury.com/

    FRANZY - Thinking about buying a franchise instead of an independent business? FRANZY is a free platform built for acquisition-minded entrepreneurs who want to explore franchise ownership without broker bias. FRANZY matches you with franchise opportunities based on your capital, goals, and lifestyle—and includes free coaching from experienced franchise operators. If you're exploring ETA but want a structured, system-driven alternative, check out https://www.franzy.com/

    In this episode the hosts talk about a $600K Texas traffic safety manufacturer with $1.1M+ in inventory and equipment included—but government contracts, women-owned business certifications, and the likely need for a stock purchase make this deceptively cheap deal much more complicated.

    Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/manufacturer-of-traffic-safety-warning-systems/2532320/

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

    This week, t…

  9. This Airbnb Business Went From $3M to $27M in Revenue

    2 oktober 2026 · 31 min

    Afspelen
    Acquisition Lab, the leading community, platform, and fund backing serious acquisition entrepreneurs. The education and deal-search tools are free, and a real board of advisors will talk you out of a bad deal as fast as into a good one. There's no clock and no pressure. See what it's like: sit in on a free live roundtable at https://www.acquisitionlab.com/roundtables, and mention Acquisitions Anonymous! Lees meer

    Inzo Technologies — When you acquire a business, you inherit its accumulated IT and cybersecurity problems too. Inzo helps acquisition entrepreneurs evaluate technology risk during due diligence and manage cybersecurity, IT, and voice after closing, including a complimentary IT risk audit of your target company. Learn more at https://www.inzotechnologies.com/eta

    Business Listing – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lhkIYr2qRUMQifBjUkk7Y90BtczdGLDN/view?usp=drive_link

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

    This hosts break down “Project Blueprint,” a lower-middle-market, tech-enabled design and implementation platform built for short-term rentals. The company projects $27 million in 2026 revenue and $5.4 million in adjusted EBITDA at a 20% margin, after growing from just $2.9 million in revenue in 2023 to $22.4 million in 2025. It has reportedly designed and launched more than 2,000 properties nationwide, offering services spanning market strategy, design, sourcing, procurement, logistics, installation, staging, and launch.

    But wha…

  10. Would You Buy This Business for $5 Million?

    29 september 2026 · 41 min

    Afspelen
    Inzo Technologies — When you acquire a business, you inherit its accumulated IT and cybersecurity problems too. Inzo helps acquisition entrepreneurs evaluate technology risk during due diligence and manage cybersecurity, IT, and voice after closing, including a complimentary IT risk audit of your target company. Learn more at https://www.inzotechnologies.com/eta Lees meer

    Mercury - Thanks to Mercury for partnering with me! Mercury gives founders powerful banking, cards, and financial tools built to help businesses operate smarter. Learn more and get started at https://mercury.com/

    Quiet Light Brokerage specializes in helping entrepreneurs buy and sell businesses with experienced operators as brokers. They offer a free valuation clarity call to help owners understand what their business is worth and how to increase its value before selling. Learn more at https://quietlight.com/

    In this episode the hosts talk about a $5M absentee-owned truck and van outfitting business in Southern California that everyone actually likes—but $1.5M of inventory and some major working-capital questions could make or break the deal.

    Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/sba-approved-absentee-owned-profitable-truck-and-van-upfitting/2539476/

    Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

    Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template

    HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr

    Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

    Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

    This week, the crew looks at an SBA-approved truck and van outfitting company in San Bernardino County, California, asking $5 million on roughly $4.9 mill…

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Meestal 35 min
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546
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23 september 2020
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